Knowledge Assessment Lessons 1-5 (50 questions)

The coaching partnership is unique because... - ANS the total focus is on what the client wants to achieve. What is true about negative emotions in clients? - ANS Naming negative emotions calms the amygdala and activates the problem-solving area of the brain. Which statement best describes the impact of coaching on the coach? - ANS The coach and client both grow through the relationship and the conversations. High self-esteem can be detrimental to health behaviors if: - ANS clients are motivated by external drivers and a desire to please. Which is an example of closed-ended inquiry? - ANS Did you enjoy working on that goal? Which statement would be appropriate to include in a coaching contract? - ANS I will acknowledge when my client has an issue that is outside my scope of knowledge and skill and recommend other avenues. Which of the following is a character strength? - ANS Self-regulation. What is true regarding positive emotions? - ANS They are vital for learning and client success. When it comes to coaching presence, the coach's self-care is important... - ANS to be a role model and to sustain the energy needed for coaching. The three components of self-determination theory are: - ANS Autonomy, competence, relatedness. Coaching is similar to therapy in that it... - ANS is more successful when there is a strong client/coach relationship What is the value of supporting a client in learning about their character strengths? - ANS Top strengths can be leveraged for behavior change. Which of the following is the best example of an affirmation? - ANS You were resilient and tenacious in approaching the nutrition goal. It is important for coaches to cultivate mindfulness in their daily lives because... - ANS mindfulness in daily life supports mindfulness during coaching sessions. The International Coach Federation's definition of coaching presence includes the skills of... - ANS being open to not knowing and taking risks. What is an empathy reflection? - ANS An attempt to guess what clients may be feeling and needing. What is the role of silence in coaching? - ANS It allows the client ample time to reflect and respond to inquiry and reflection. Which describes an expert approach rather than the coach approach? - ANS Works harder than the client. As role models, it is important for coaches to... - ANS practice self-compassion and self-care. It is appropriate for the coach to wear the expert hat when... - ANS the client is planning on doing something dangerous. What is the purpose of perceptive reflections? - ANS Enabling the client to hear what they are saying. To use mindfulness well during coaching sessions, coaches need to... - ANS practice mindfulness in their own lives. When coaches put on their empathy ears they listen for... - ANS feelings and needs. According to the VIA, which are the most important strengths one can have as a coach? - ANS All strengths can be valuable to coaching. What is the value of positive emotions? - ANS They improve attention, open-mindedness, and creativity. Humor has no place in the coaching relationship because... - ANS This is an untrue statement. Humor is part of the coaching presence. When coaches "listen until they don't exist", they... - ANS set aside their agendas in order to pay full attention the the client's agenda. In the Wellcoaches protocol, a majority of time in an ongoing coaching session is spent... - ANS in the generative moment. Which of the following is an example of empathy? - ANS I know you are frustrated and disappointed. You hoped for closure. What is the role of "positive regard" in coaching? - ANS Coaches champion the strengths and potential in their clients. What is the result of self-determination in a client? - ANS All of the following: greater persistence in moving toward goals; more flexibility in crating and considering options; more interest and enjoyment in pursuing goals. When coaches are mindful during a coaching session, they... - ANS notice what's happening in the present moment. What are open-ended inquiries? - ANS Questions that invite a narrative answer. The "coach approach" suggests that... - ANS Clients are working at least as hard as the coach, talking more, and finding answers for themselves. Which of the following Being Skills is about truth telling with love? - ANS Courage and authenticity. Self-compassion includes each of the following elements except: - ANS Awareness of others' needs.